2007 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2007 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 116 | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |